Asian Champions Trophy Punjab 2026: Hockey India Announces Free Entry for Fans
Hockey India announces free entry for fans to watch the men's Asian Champions Trophy Punjab 2026 in Jalandhar and Mohali. Get your passes now!
In a massive boost for sports enthusiasts, Hockey India has announced that spectators can witness the high-octane action of the Asian Champions Trophy Punjab 2026 absolutely free of charge. The tournament, which marks the grand return of international hockey to the hockey-loving state of Punjab, is scheduled to take place from October 27 to November 5.
Two Cities, One Passion: The Venues
The tournament will be spread across two iconic venues in Punjab, ensuring that the thrill of the game reaches a wider audience. A total of 20 matches will be played at the following stadiums:
- Olympian Surjit Singh Hockey Stadium, Jalandhar: This venue will host all the league-stage matches from October 27 to November 2.
- Olympian Balbir Singh Senior International Hockey Stadium, Mohali: This stadium will be the stage for the high-stakes semi-finals and the final medal matches on November 4 and 5.
How to Get Your Free Passes
To ensure a smooth experience for the crowds, Hockey India has digitized the ticketing process. Fans can secure their free entry passes through the following steps:
- Visit the official ticketing website at www.ticketgenie.in or download the TicketGenie mobile application.
- Complete the registration process.
- Select the preferred matches from the provided fixtures list.
- Receive a digital entry pass featuring a QR code, which must be scanned at the venue for entry.
Driving Grassroots Growth and Fan Engagement
This decision is part of Hockey India's broader vision to make the sport more accessible and to foster growth from the grassroots level up to elite competitions. By removing the ticket barrier, the organization aims to fill the stands with families, budding young players, and lifelong hockey fans.
"By making entry free for the Hero Asian Champions Trophy Punjab 2026, we hope to bring more supporters to the stands and give them an opportunity to experience the excitement of top-level international hockey," said Dilip Tirkey, President of Hockey India.
Adding to this, Hockey India Secretary General Bhola Nath Singh emphasized the deep connection Punjab shares with the sport. He expressed his eagerness to see packed stadiums, stating that the goal is to allow enthusiasts to witness Asia's finest teams competing in Jalandhar and Mohali.
India's Road to Glory: The Schedule
The Indian team is ready to ignite the turf, starting their campaign with a series of crucial league matches. Fans can cheer for the national team on the following dates:
- October 27: India vs Bangladesh (Opening Match)
- October 29: India vs China
- October 30: India vs Japan
- November 1: India vs Malaysia
- November 2: India vs South Korea